Looking at getting a new 22LR rifle to replace Remington 121. It seems that peeps or scopes have become mandatory equipment for me. I’m left handed so semi or pump or lever would probably fit the bill. Squirrel hunting and general use. Don’t need more cartridge, have 22 hornet for that. Looking for opinions based on use. Not too heavy, headshot accuracy preferred. Family friendly. Thanks in advance!
New rifle suggestions
- Thread starter Rogerwingateusa
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I wonder how hard it would be to find? Sako /tikka stuff is usually quite impressive. Finding cz or even savage bolts in left hand is like finding chicken teeth
I recommend a Henry lever action .22.
These guns are quite accurate, you can scope them if you wish
they come with a lovely walnut stock and are made in USA.
I didn't see that they make a leftie version, but a lever gun can
be used by either hand.
Here's a link:
www.henryusa.com
These guns are quite accurate, you can scope them if you wish
they come with a lovely walnut stock and are made in USA.
I didn't see that they make a leftie version, but a lever gun can
be used by either hand.
Here's a link:
Classic Lever Action .22 | Henry Repeating Arms
The Henry Lever Action is a classic Western-style lever action rifle, and one of the most popular .22's on the market today. The reason for its popularity is because it shoots great, looks great and is remarkably affordable - about half the price of the competition's rifles. The Henry Lever...
www.henryusa.com
If you don't like empty brass flying past your nose while you cycle your gun,
take a look at the Ruger left handed 1022...
It's a lot more money, but if I was left handed I'd buy one right away.
I love my 1022.
take a look at the Ruger left handed 1022...
It's a lot more money, but if I was left handed I'd buy one right away.
I love my 1022.
16.5 Inch Left Hand TIkka
20 Inch Left Hand Tikka
I have a Ruger American, a Tikka 20", and an Anschutz 1416 HB. The Ruger is what I throw on the tractor or side by side as I don't care if it gets beat up and I use it for varmint critters, 50 yds and under. It does not compare in the least way to the Tikka or Anschutz. The stock is flimsy and I haven't found any ammunition that makes it shoot well. I bought it for a beater.
I don't shoot competition as there is nothing near me (and I would embarrass myself). My Tikka and Anschutz are equally very capable of eggs at 200 yds and that with regular old Norma Tac. I wouldn't even try it with the Ruger.
Liven The Dream
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On my 3rd CZ
I have a CZ works great and it is a lefty
searcher
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Being left-handed, as I am, I wonder if you have ever shot a left-handed bolt gun? After decades of shooting right-handed rifles, I acquired a few left-handed rifles (and had one made). Switching to a left-handed rifle has not been easy for me at all. If I could go back, I'd have bought right-handed rifles. If you are new shooter, entirely different story. The pump with other than right ejection might serve you best. If you can put a quality red dot sight on it - all the better for squirrels. My eyes have degraded, and I rarely shoot open sights on rifles anymore. Might check out the Volquartson semi's for accuracy.
Good ole Ruger 10/22 has never failed me. And they are still at decent prices. Many squirrels and hands full of rabbits
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